Design Fair 2012 features vintage modern objects of the 20th century as well examples of cutting-edge contemporary design. A wide selection of carefully curated items will be available for purchase as part of the Design Fair, including furniture, glass, ceramics, lighting, books, metalwork and fashion. Visitors to the Fair will be able to meet the designers and exhibitors for an up-close and personal look at the pace-setting designs of today and the mid-20th century.

The Texas Co-Op, a special section of the Fair, features individual Texas-based designers. 2012 Curator Garrett Hunter invited individual designers to offer specific products. These new and emerging product lines currently are in small-scale production and represent innovations in industrial and object design today.

Important Design from the 70’s and 80’sEvan Lobel, designer and founder of Lobel Modern NYC, discusses the ground breaking designs of Karl Springer, Philip and Kelvin Laverne and Ward Bennett. For over 14 years, Lobel Modern has served as an invaluable resource for the finest new and mid-century furnishings to designers and architects world-wide.

Co-Chairs: Courtnay and Mark Elias, George Lancaster, and Michael Landrum

Admission:
$60 per person for Lawndale members
$75 for non-members
(includes admission throughout weekend)

Attire: Contemporary Cocktail
Complimentary valet parking

Shop early for the best modern and contemporary design at Lawndale Art Center. DJ set by Glasnost. Sip on complimentary libations from ROXOR, Saint Arnold Brewing Company and nibble on tasty treats from Catering by Culinaire amongst the finest selection of furniture, glass, ceramics, lighting, books, metalwork and fashion. You won't want to miss this chance to pickup your next treasure.

Shop among a special selection of vintage modern objects of the 20th century, as well as cutting edge contemporary design. Specialist dealers will offer furniture, glass, ceramics, lighting, books, metalwork and fashion for sale to collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Design Fair has become a favorite event and one of Lawndale most important annual fundraisers. Funds raised for this event help underwrite the cost of Lawndale’s free public programs. These include exhibitions throughout the year, educational outreach and the Lawndale Artist Studio Program.